1980 Audi Sport vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 28 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | X3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 213 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
