1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
