1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi Super 90 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi Super 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 540 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
