2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 11 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 640 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
