1986 Audi 90 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 21 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1030 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, 2007 BMW X5 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
