2008 Audi S5 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S5 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
