2008 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 230 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 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
