1980 Audi Sport vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 335 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
