1995 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 520 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
