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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 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 715 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 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 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 | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
