2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 BMW 760
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 950 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 BMW 760 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 760 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |