2003 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 320 | S8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |