2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 320 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
