2007 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 BMW 328. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 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.
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2007 Audi A8 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 328 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |