1979 BMW 732 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 BMW 732.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 732 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
