1996 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 400 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 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
