2008 Audi A5 vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
