2008 Audi S4 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 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 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3000 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 | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |