2001 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 745 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2578 mm |
