1980 Audi Sport vs. 1985 BMW 324
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1985 BMW 324 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Sport | 324 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 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 | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |