2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 BMW Z3 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 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z3. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |