2007 Audi S8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 6 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 133 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
