2000 Audi S3 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S3 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 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 |
| 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 | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
