2012 Audi A8 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 320. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
