1986 Audi 90 vs. 1984 BMW 725
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1984 BMW 725 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 725 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
