1987 BMW 750 vs. 2010 Audi A5

To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.

Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.

Compare all specifications:

1987 BMW 750 2010 Audi A5
Make BMW Audi
Model 750 A5
Year Released 1987 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4986 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 67 L