1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 (480 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 2008 BMW X3 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. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
