2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 BMW 750
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 BMW 750 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2008 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
