1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1995 BMW 317
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 25 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 317 (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 317 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1995 BMW 317 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 317 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
