2005 Audi S4 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 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 36 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
