2008 Audi A8 vs. 1994 BMW 750
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1994 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
