1991 Audi 100 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 18 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), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 96 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| 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 | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
