2004 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 320 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
