2007 Audi S4 vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
