2008 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
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 Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
