1989 Audi V8 vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1988 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | V8 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
