2009 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW 530

To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 BMW 530. 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 2012 BMW 530. 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2012 BMW 530
Make Audi BMW
Model A8 530
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2996 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L