1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 25 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), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 925 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2005 BMW X3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Sport | X3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
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 | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |