2004 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 118 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| 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 | 127 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
