1998 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 740 | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89.5 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3122 mm |