1991 Audi S2 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S2 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
