2007 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 750
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1910 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
