2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 BMW 528
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 BMW 528 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2000 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2840 mm |
