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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
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 | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 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 Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |