1976 Audi 100 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 369 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
