2003 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
