2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 BMW 760 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 BMW 760 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S3 | 760 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |