1990 Audi 90 vs. 2008 BMW 528
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2008 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
