1988 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Audi Fox

To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.

Compare all specifications:

1988 BMW M5 1975 Audi Fox
Make BMW Audi
Model M5 Fox
Year Released 1988 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3533 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 311 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 163 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93.4 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 253 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1733 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2550 mm


 

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