1988 BMW 524 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 524. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 524 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2808 mm |
