1980 Audi UR vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi UR | 2003 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | UR | X5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |