2008 BMW M5 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 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 253 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 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, 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 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M5 | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |