2005 Audi A4 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A4 and 1999 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
