2000 Audi A8 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
