2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (328 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (441 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 550 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2992 mm |
