Decisions, decisions.....

[Derick]

So, as many problably know I'm looking to ditch the VW in the near future and upgrade to something else. Just wondering what everyone's thoughts were on a couple possiblilities....

Audi A4


BMW 325i (minus the AC Schnitzer aesthetics)


I'm seriously leaning towards the Beamer at this point because of how cheap they are here in Cali, and I don't like the way Audi has priced their "optional packages" that make the base price climb past the 325 Since you guys are collectively some of the most knowledgeable auto enthusiasts around, I'd love to hear your opinions!

[R_Ethug]

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well derick after seeing up close and in person the new e90 and b7's downtown i'd have to drive both honestly..

they are both quite nice.. i love the new bmw styling..

i dunno dude.. choose what your heart says

[Chester]

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Well for looks I think the beamer takes the cake. Otherwise if I were u then take both vehicles that u chose and compare them...

Yeah I know I'll get criticised for that comment but it worked for me.

Good luck

[Aleks]

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BMW all the way.....I'd buy an M3 though.....

[Khyron]

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My buddy just bought a 325i - I don't like it that much. Shifting and handling are great but the rest just screams badge whore. I haven't been in the Audi other than car shows, but for that price range I'd see if an Acura TSX fits you. Amazing car. Only reason he bought the beamer instead was because it was a divorce present and it's an incredible chick magnet.

Khyron

[Davetronz]

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I would only give up my Jetta for a M3 Coupe

[Mr. Burns]

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Id get the Audi for the 2.0t and the AWD, but I think the bimmer looks better. I am totally feeling the new 3 series.

[Simon]

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the bmw definately looks better, but isn't the 325 slower than a chipped 1.8t?

[Mr. Burns]

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Yeah, I think it is ~170ish hp

[uv23]

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The facelifted A4 looks like an old man car. Then again, I think the new 3 looks like a drag queen. Why don't you go take a peek at an A3? I hit Glenmore Audi yesterday to have a look and they're pretty hot, even in 4-door trim. The only thing keeping me from buying one right now is lack of quattro, but who needs quattro in Cali.

[LaDubDude]

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[QUOTE=uv23]The facelifted A4 looks like an old man car. Then again, I think the new 3 looks like a drag queen. /QUOTE]

I love the styling of the BMW, but the A4 in a good colour (something bright or black) with AWD is pretty practical (unless you're getting a winter beater, then AWD doesn't make a huge diff.

whoops . . . you're in Cali and AWD doesn't matter (does this car even come with quattro?). That's a tough one . . . .

[Flanders]

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The facelifted A4 looks like an old man car. Then again, I think the new 3 looks like a drag queen. Why don't you go take a peek at an A3? I hit Glenmore Audi yesterday to have a look and they're pretty hot, even in 4-door trim. The only thing keeping me from buying one right now is lack of quattro, but who needs quattro in Cali.

totally agree! I really like the previous gen A4 and the previous gen 3-series BMW's. Go buy a used one!!

[Derick]

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the bmw definately looks better, but isn't the 325 slower than a chipped 1.8t?

This is just off the manufacturer web sites....

BMW 325i Specifications:
Weight
Unladen 3285 [3351] lbs
Weight distribution, front/rear - Manual Transmission 50.3/49.7 %

Engine
Liter/type 3.0/inline 6
Bore/stroke 3.35/3.46 inch
Nominal output/rpm 215/6250 hp
Max. torque/rpm 185/2750 lb-ft
Compression ratio 10.7 :1

Performance
Drag coefficient 0.30 Cd
Top speed 1 130 [149] mph
Acceleration 0-60 mph - Manual transmission 2 6.7 sec

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A4 2.0 T Specifications
Curb weight (lbs.):
manual, quattro: 3285

Engine
Turbocharged DOHC in-line 2.0 liter 4-cylinder with FSI® Direct Injection, variable valve timing and intake manifold
Displacement: 2.0 liters
Bore: 3.25 in.
Stroke: 3.65 in.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Horsepower: 200 hp @ 5,100-6,000 rpm
Torque: 207 lb-ft @ 1800-5000 rpm

Performance
0-60 mph in seconds: 7.1 (FrontTrak manual models), 7.3 (multitronic CVT with FrontTrak and 6-speed manual with quattro), 7.5 (6-speed Tiptronic with quattro)
Top track speed: 130 mph¹

[Mr. Burns]

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I guess they bumped the HP on the bimmer.

[Chris]

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Bimmer all the way. Black on black with tint.