2012 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
