2006 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 335. (400 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 335 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 335 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2914 mm |
