1990 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2751 mm |
