1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 21 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
