1995 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
