1990 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, both 1990 BMW M3 and 1990 Audi V8 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 1990 BMW M3 | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
