1968 Audi 100 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 488 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, 2008 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 223 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 | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |