1985 Audi 90 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 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 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2494 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 | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
