1996 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 540 | Q7 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |