1980 Audi 100 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
