1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520. 1991 Audi Coupe has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Audi Coupe | 1990 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Coupe | 520 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |