1995 Audi RS2 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Audi RS2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi RS2. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi RS2. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1995 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS2 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2855 mm |
