2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 BMW 125 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |