2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
