2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335.
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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
