2008 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 745 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 745 | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 701 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2751 mm |