1976 Audi 100 vs. 1998 BMW 845
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 845 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 1998 BMW 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1998 BMW 845 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 845 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
