1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Quattro | X3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |