2006 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 6 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 BMW 530. 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 2012 BMW 530. 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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
