1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Super 90 | M3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |