1990 Audi 200 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Audi 200.
Because 2008 BMW 530 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 2008 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
