2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW 750

To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 BMW 750 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 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 385 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 750. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A3 2007 BMW 750
Make Audi BMW
Model A3 750
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3187 cc 4799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 8200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3130 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L


 

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