2009 Audi A5 vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1993 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 840 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
