2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Audi S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
