1977 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 528 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
