1995 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 840 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
