2011 Audi A8 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
