2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW 120 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |