2010 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
