1979 Audi 100 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
