2008 BMW 135 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 135 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 BMW 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 135 | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |