2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 7 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 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 176 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
