1985 BMW 324 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 324 | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
