1975 Audi 80 vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 29 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 529 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, 2004 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2004 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
