2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M3 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |