Article Comments - 2008 Audi RS4 Cabriolet First Drive

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#3 of 6 Personally Don't think its worth it... by graphikzking Jul 05, 2007 (6:19 am)
I don't think you could EVER compare this to a Porsche.. Audi RS4 NON-Convertible = 3950 lbs (conv add 200? lbs) im guessing.. Porsche C4S AWD weighs "only" 3250 lbs. Thats 700 lbs.. minimum difference.. Also, I like the RS4 but I think it is vastly overpriced. A BMW 335xi - is only 41k to start. so figure 45k with a few options. Add in a 31k Honda S2000 Convertible and your at the same price as the Audi with a few options. I think I would rather have the BMW and the Honda than just 1 Audi - not to mention that the Audi is 5-7mpg less fuel economy! 14 MPG city... what happened to VVT and OHC getting better fuel economy? A Corvette gets almost 20mpg with 420hp and a 6+ liter V8. Also, the bmw can be "chipped" to produce 380hp/400torque to the wheels! That would put it right on par with the Audi with 400 less lbs to move. Even IF the Audi is quicker I would be quite mad that a base 45k BMW just kept up with me when I spend nearly $75k on an Audi. This isn't a civic with a muffler beating me.. this is a BMW ... and you would have no recourse... Replies to this message: randamonium (Jul 05, 2007 9:09 am) graphikzking (Jul 06, 2007 7:41 am)
#4 of 6 Re: Personally Don't think its worth it... [graphikzking] by randamonium Jul 05, 2007 (9:09 am)
Replying to: graphikzking (Jul 05, 2007 6:19 am) Good point, except that the C4S AWD is around $20k more than even the expensive RS4 Cab...and the Audi gives you a back seat. No, it's not a Porsche, but if that's what you like, then as the old ad line goes "There is no substitute" But your point about two cars - and rather good ones at that - for around the same price as the RS4 Cab is valid & something to consider. BTW, have you driven the new 335xi? They don't have them here in the UK. I hear the motor is pretty sweet, but not sure about the 4wd system - always like the drive dynamics of the 3 series rwd. Replies to this message: graphikzking (Jul 06, 2007 7:41 am)
#5 of 6 Re: Personally Don't think its worth it... [randamonium] by graphikzking Jul 06, 2007 (7:41 am)
Replying to: randamonium (Jul 05, 2007 9:09 am) Yep I did drive the 335xi.. automatic unfortunately - it was the only demo model they had available. Just to give you a quick background - Previous Cars: 2003 V6 Hyundai Tiburon GT (Auto) 2005 350z Convertible (Manual) I also test drove the NEW G35x Sedan in Automatic and let me tell you the BMW is the smoothest 300hp I have ever felt.. feels nothing like my friends Evo or the VQ motors from Nissan - I love the nissan motors.. but not the best for luxury.. It's very quite.. has great handling dynamics, although a little heavy.. it still is VERY quick and very enjoyable. I loved the new G35x but I'm in love with the 335xi - BTW it's also available in Manu or Auto - the Infiniti was only Auto for AWD. BMW 335xi and I wish I could test drive the 330/335Diesel - the 335 probably feels similar to the diesel if you put a performance chip in it.. but gets much better gas milage... Not sure of the diesel model number because we are underpriveledged on that end..
#6 of 6 Follow-up Test! by KarenS HOST Jan 02, 2008 (10:59 am)
Follow-Up Test: 2008 Audi RS4 Cabriolet