1984 Audi 90 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 29 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 994 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 90 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |