2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 4 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. 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 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
