1990 Audi V8 vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 21 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, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | V8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
