2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 10 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 272 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |