1985 BMW 324 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 28 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 369 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 324 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
