1984 Audi 90 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 439 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
