2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. 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 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
