1986 Audi 90 vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
