1995 Audi A8 vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, both 1995 Audi A8 and 1995 BMW M5 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 1995 BMW M5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | M5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |