1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 32 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 116 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
