2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. 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 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
