1991 Audi S2 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S2 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
