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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 550 | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |