2005 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 740 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
