1990 BMW 518 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 518 | Q5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |