1985 Audi 90 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 345 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, 2005 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
