1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 940 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 730. 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 730 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| 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 | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
