1997 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2914 mm |
