1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 39 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), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 120 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 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
