2008 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2914 mm |
