1978 Audi 100 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 325 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |