1998 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 320 | A5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |