2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Convertible | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
