2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 4 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 108 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (401 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2914 mm |
