1976 Audi 100 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
