2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
