1976 Audi 100 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100.
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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 320 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |