2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 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.
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2007 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |