1991 Audi S2 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 18 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S2 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 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 | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
