1980 Audi Sport vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 19 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 330. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Sport | 330 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |