2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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 2005 BMW 530. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
