1978 Audi 100 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 29 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 740 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, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1978 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1978 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
