1976 Audi 100 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 29 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
