2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 550 | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |