2008 Audi A8 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 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 269 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 2009 BMW 320. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
