2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
