2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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 325. 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 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
