1990 Audi V8 vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | V8 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
