1985 Audi 90 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 475 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 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 135 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
