2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 BMW 745
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 and 2001 BMW 745 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A4 | 2001 BMW 745 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 745 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |