2011 Audi A5 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |
