1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 BMW 525
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 244 kg more than 1981 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1981 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
