2009 Audi S8 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
