1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 25 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), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
