2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
