2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 135. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
