1996 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Audi A4.
Because 1996 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 730 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
