2007 Audi A8 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
