1993 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 316 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
