1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 35 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), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 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, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 2005 BMW 520 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. 2005 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
