1999 BMW 845 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 845. 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 1999 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 845.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 845 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 282 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 | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2809 mm |
