1985 Audi 90 vs. 1998 BMW 328
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 13 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 580 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1998 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
