1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 465 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, 1998 BMW 318 (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 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 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Super 90 | 318 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |