2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 BMW 760

To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 BMW 760 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 2002 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A4 2002 BMW 760
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 760
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2391 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 438 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 601 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 11.3:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 5.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 2154 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 20.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 13.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 88 L


 

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