1985 Audi 90 vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 675 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 90 | 1995 BMW M5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 90 | M5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |