1980 Audi 80 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 26 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
