2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 BMW 650 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 BMW 650 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 650 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |