2002 BMW 760 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 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 760. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 760 | A8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |