2005 Audi S4 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
