1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 20 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), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 325 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
