2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 13 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 517 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
