1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
