1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Pickster | S4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
