2007 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (441 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2914 mm |
