1996 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 17 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 852 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
