1984 Audi 90 vs. 1995 BMW 525
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 494 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1995 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1550 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 |
