2008 Audi S8 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 764 kg more than 2008 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M6. 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M6. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S8 | 2007 BMW M6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S8 | M6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |