2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,124 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (456 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (302 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4124 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 456 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |