1991 Audi 100 vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1995 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
