2007 Audi S4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 45 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |