2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 BMW 535
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
