1976 Audi 100 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1976 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1976 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
