2006 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
