1990 Audi 100 vs. 1983 BMW 628
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 628 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 1983 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, 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, 1983 BMW 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1983 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
