1996 Audi A3 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| 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 | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
