2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 325. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |