2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 BMW 760
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (560 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2004 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
