2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |