2005 Audi A8 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | Dinan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
