2008 Audi S8 vs. 2003 BMW 760
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 BMW 760. (440 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 914 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2003 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
