1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 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 | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
