1991 Audi V8 vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Audi V8. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1991 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi V8. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1999 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | V8 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
