1995 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 525 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
