2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW 650. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Audi Avantissimo.
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 650 (609 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi Avantissimo. (603 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi Avantissimo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Avantissimo | 650 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2855 mm |
