2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW MM Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW MM Roadster would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
