1990 Audi V8 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Audi V8 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | V8 | 740 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |