2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
Because 2013 BMW M3 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 2013 BMW M3. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
