2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. 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 35 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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 (431 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
