1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 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, 2008 BMW 118 (180 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 118 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 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
