2002 BMW 735 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 735 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 735 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2992 mm |
