2005 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 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 122 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 740 | S8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |