2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 BMW M were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A8 | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |