2004 Audi S4 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
