2010 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A8 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 530 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |