2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 135 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |