1989 BMW 750 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1989 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 750 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
