1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1991 Audi Coupe. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 540 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
