1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1962 BMW 1800
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,771 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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, 1970 Audi Super 90 (149 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm). This means 1970 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1962 BMW 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
