2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | Convertible |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |