1986 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 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 1986 BMW 730. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 730 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2807 mm |
