1994 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 525 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |