1993 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 840 | A5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |