2003 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
