2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 BMW 650
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 BMW 650 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 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 650 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 650 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |