2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 11 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2011 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 730 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3070 mm |