1995 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
