2003 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
