1995 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 17 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), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 335 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
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 | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |