2007 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 730 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
