2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Avantissimo | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
