2000 Audi S3 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S3 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
