1986 Audi 90 vs. 1992 BMW 740
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 6 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 640 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1992 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
