2001 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Audi A5.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 745 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
