2008 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M5 | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5192 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3073 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |