1980 Audi Sport vs. 1961 BMW 700
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1961 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 700 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |
