2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 740
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 BMW 740 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (431 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 740 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |