2005 Audi A4 vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 BMW 520.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1995 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 520 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
