1995 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M5 | A4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2808 mm |