1996 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 745. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 745. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 745 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 745 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
