2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 BMW Convertible were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 395 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3. 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S3 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
