2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 BMW Z8 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (237 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
