1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 398 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 Z4. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
