2006 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
