1980 Audi Sport vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 30 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 330 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
