1980 Audi Sport vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 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 199 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002. 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 1971 BMW 2002. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
