2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 5 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
