1975 Audi 100 vs. 1995 BMW M3
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1995 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
