2008 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |