1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 BMW 332
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 BMW 332 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 332 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1996 BMW 332 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 332 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |