2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 840 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
