1990 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 850 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2808 mm |
