2007 Audi S4 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |