1991 Audi 100 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
