1989 Audi 200 vs. 1989 BMW 730
To start off, both 1989 Audi 200 and 1989 BMW 730 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi 200. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 200 | 1989 BMW 730 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 200 | 730 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |