1991 Audi 100 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
