1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
