1996 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 535 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
