2007 BMW M 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 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |