2009 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 650 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |