1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 34 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 320 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 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
