1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 19 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325. 1999 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Quattro | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
