1977 Audi 100 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 30 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 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 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1977 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:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
