1992 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 740 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
