1990 Audi V8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 23 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 387 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.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Audi V8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | V8 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |