1986 Audi 90 vs. 1958 BMW 503
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1958 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 503 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
