1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW Coupe has manual transmission. 1975 BMW Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Coupe | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
