2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 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 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 528 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |