1980 Audi Sport vs. 1991 BMW 730
To start off, 1991 BMW 730 is newer by 11 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 730 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW 730. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1991 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 730 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
