1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 BMW M5

To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Audi Coupe. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.

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1991 Audi Coupe 1986 BMW M5
Make Audi BMW
Model Coupe M5
Year Released 1991 1986
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 3428 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 174 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 249 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1174 kg 1519 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 120 L