1981 Audi UR vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | UR | M5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
