2000 Audi S8 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
