2000 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
