1968 Audi 100 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 41 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 493 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, 2009 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |