2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 BMW 135 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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 135. 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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2978 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |