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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 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 185 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 840 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4398 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
