2001 Audi A8 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
