1980 Audi Sport vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 24 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1595 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 | 63 L |
