1991 Audi 100 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 22 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 752 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
