1990 Audi 100 vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 730 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 2010 BMW M5 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 2010 BMW M5. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
