1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 41 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 628 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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 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 | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
