1986 Audi 90 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 26 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 930 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |
