2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
