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Sedans Audi S4 Audi S4 vs BMW M3
275 messages, Last post on Nov 17, 2008 at 11:27 AM
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Replying to: m3_r1 (Oct 17, 2005 8:42 am) The current S4 is only a “refreshed” version of the old S4 (As is the same with all the A4 family). Audi has done this to hold the market over until the new B8 A4 is out in early 2008. So it comparing the current S4 and the current M3 is totally legitimate. M3_R1. If you don’t understand the benefit of having all four wheels able to put power to the ground (weather conditions aside) then I think you should probably do a little more research, and next time you floor your car off the line, or take a corner faster than you should, and you get those tires a’ spinnin’ out of control… maybe… just maybe you’ll get it. I love BMW, I love Audi… I think both companies are totally innovative and make amazing cars. Audi has had a rough past with their quality, but that HAS been turned around. To me the reason to go with Audi is because it is not a BMW. But like I said you cant go wrong with either. |
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Replying to: m3_r1 (Nov 08, 2005 6:36 am) 2. If you are still in denial (and I suspect you will always be) check out the M3 GTR 450 hp V8(street version) that will make your RS4 wet it's pants. r1, Unlike its Euro-spec counterpart, the M3 CSL, the CS is not a stripped-down,lightweight flyer. ... 1/4 Mile: 13.38 s  105.73 mph Price as Tested: $52300 M3 GTR is a car for true purists. An empty weight of approx. 1350 kilograms has been achieved. The 4.0 litre V8 engine with a cylinder bank angle of 90 degrees resembles the race version featuring in excess of 450 hp. Due to the necessary adaptations regarding emissions and noise levels the road version still generates more than 258 kW (350 hp). - Im not even going to show the price! - m3 gtr=350hp, The rs4=420 source www.fast-autos.net/bmw/bmwm3gtr.html - I hope your new m3 doesn't come with this engine. p.s.- I hope this shows the rs4 is more powerful and has a better drive train but another note I believe your in denial the proof is in the ink.  also do your home work
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Replying to: showstopper1 (Nov 08, 2005 12:48 pm)
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Replying to: showstopper1 (Nov 08, 2005 12:48 pm) 2. The new M3 will sport a 400hp V8 that will easily make quick work of the RS4 and any other Audi product on the market. In fact I will take on any RS4 with my current M3 and I promise you that a Dinan M3 will never lose to an Audi.
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Replying to: m3_r1 (Nov 09, 2005 7:15 am) 2. The new m3 just might come with a 400hp 4.0l but it will weigh more and the Rs4 will make quick work of it. 3. Back to my s4, ko4 upgrade distorys the dinan, Im sorry but that is just a fact. I know it is because after racing one, into second gear I could see the dinan m3 on my side view mirror. 4. This a forum, just because you read an article in your favor doesn't mean much. Audi doesn't compare its self to bmw, you do, and any brand of car that threatens you. All cars have there ups and downs. -- M3's are rwd coupes, the S4 is awd 4 door sedan "diffrent class."
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Replying to: showstopper1 (Nov 10, 2005 12:11 pm)  .
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Replying to: m3_r1 (Nov 08, 2005 1:16 pm) |
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Replying to: m3_r1 (Nov 13, 2005 10:27 pm) That has nothing to do with the car and everything to do with the driver, bro. Cars can only go as fast as the driver, not the other way around. If I saw you and your M3 on the open road I'd challenge you, and unless your willing to push it to 150 you wouldn't stand a chance. You may own an M3, but do you REALLY know how to drive it? Do you know how to drift? Do you have the guts to push that car to it's limits? If you put 2 good drivers who are equally skilled behind the wheel of each car, the S4 would win. It's a lighter car with AWD and it has a more powerful engine. Why is the S4 NOT RECOMMENDED by Consumer Reports? I would imagine that some of it has to do with the bad gas mileage. If you can afford this car though the gas mileage should not be an issue at all. Consumer reports also bases much of their opinion on value for the money. We're talking about a sports sedan here though, not a friggin value. If you want a value go get one of those stupid looking new Volvo's. If I was looking for a new washing machine I would definitely consult Consumer Reports, but there's too much opinion factor and manufacturer loyalty with high end vehicles to make Consumer Reports the last word in this case. Audi has greatly improved their reliability issues as of late as well. Any poor reliability claims are based on older models and as we all know the 2004+ S4's are completely different from their older counterparts. 1) With options the M3 costs at least $10,000 more than the S4. 2) The S4 has several basic standard features that end up costing an extra $3,000 in the BMW. 3) The S4 gets maybe 2 less mpg on the highway, but it's V8 has more horsepower and much more torque which translates to a faster car if the driver knows what he/she is doing. 4) The BMW weighs nearly 600 pounds more than the S4 which makes a huge difference in performance, especially when the engines are close in horsepower. 333/340. 5) Both care have great handling and nice interiors. I test drove both and decided on the S4. 6) I could go on, but I think I've made my point. There are some facts for ya. Bottom line though, some people prefer BMW M3's and some prefer Audi S4's. Both are nice cars, so stop making dubious comparisons and be lucky that you're in a good enough financial space to be able to afford either of them. If you still have an inferiority complex just go buy an M5. They cost nearly 100K with options and taxes, but they can beat an S4. The M3 cannot.
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Replying to: m3_r1 (Nov 13, 2005 10:27 pm) I buy what I like to impress myself and be happy with my car. I'm willing to give up 1/2 sec 0-60 to get an AWD car like the S4. It rides much better. The M3 is a very harsh riding vehicle to drive year around. The interior on the S4 is much nicer, IMO as well. Those silk nappa leather seats are impeccable, and the whole interior vibe is better on the S4. Nobody can beat Audi for their interiors, and that's where you spend most of your time. And the sound of Audi's 4.2 is glorious. Just starting the engine and hearing that V8 purr makes all the difference to me. You guys can pick apart numbers all day long from Car & Driver, Motor Trend, etc, etc, about who's 1/2 second quicker here and there on the track. It's the everyday driving characteristics that make the difference for most people.
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