1990 Audi 80 vs. 1996 BMW 530
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80, 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 80 | 1996 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 80 | 530 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |