1984 Audi 90 vs. 2007 BMW M5
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 23 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 570 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2007 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
