2008 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 550 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
