2007 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 323 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
