1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 1997 Vector M12 is newer by 29 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vector M12 weights approximately 650 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, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 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 | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Audi | Vector |
| Model | Super 90 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
