1977 Audi 100 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
