1986 Audi 90 vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 330 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
