1985 Audi 90 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 21 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 640 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
