1980 Audi Sport vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 10 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 850 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
