1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Audi Coupe | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Coupe | X5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |