2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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 BMW 730 (500 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 730 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
