1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 36 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 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 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
