1971 Audi 100 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
