1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1986 BMW M3
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1986 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Quattro | M3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
