2008 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 292 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 201 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2008 BMW M5 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 M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M5 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M5 | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 520 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1830 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |