1980 Audi Sport vs. 1981 BMW 745
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1981 BMW 745 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Sport | 745 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |