2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1990 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1990 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
