2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 170 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
