1968 Audi 100 vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1981 BMW 745 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 745 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |