1996 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
