1980 Audi Sport vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 21 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (226 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5. 2001 BMW X5 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. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | X5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
