1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 BMW X3 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. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | X3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
