1996 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 535 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3073 mm |
