1985 Audi 90 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 24 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 276 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
