1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 22 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | X1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
