2007 Audi S8 vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2004 BMW 745 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S8 | 745 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |