1997 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. 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 1997 BMW 850. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3073 mm |
