1993 Audi V8 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1993 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Audi V8 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | V8 | 530 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |