2008 Audi S4 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
