1975 Audi 80 vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 640 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2008 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
