1973 Audi Asso vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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 330 (300 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Asso | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
