2008 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
