2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
