1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 BMW 2.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 BMW 2.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 2.8 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
