1999 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
