2009 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW 760

To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.

Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2008 BMW 760
Make Audi BMW
Model A8 760
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 440 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 88 L


 

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