1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 525 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
