1984 Audi 90 vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 90 | 540 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |