2006 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 BMW M3. 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 M3. 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 (549 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 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 | 1655 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2914 mm |
