2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW 328

To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 BMW 328 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 214 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 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 328
Make Audi BMW
Model A8 328
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5997 cc 2996 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 61 L


 

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