2012 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, both 2012 Audi A8 and 2012 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2012 BMW 120. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. 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 2012 BMW 120. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 120 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
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 | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |