2011 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
