1986 Audi 90 vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 740 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
