2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
