1993 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi Coupe | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 530 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
