1978 BMW M1 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M1 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
