1985 Audi 90 vs. 1978 BMW 520
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 90 | 1978 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 90 | 520 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |