1980 Audi UR vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 25 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 520 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1980 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | UR | 530 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
