1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 328. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2009 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 328 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
