2007 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
