2007 Audi S4 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 480 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 740. 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 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 740 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |