1975 Audi 80 vs. 1994 BMW 316
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1994 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
