2007 BMW 760 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 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 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 760. 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 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 760 | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.5 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 | 5180 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |