2009 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Audi RS5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi RS5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
