1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 42 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), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Super 90 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
