1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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 330 (300 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
