1993 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 19 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 620 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 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi Coupe | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | S5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
