1980 Audi 80 vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1990 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
