1981 Audi 100 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
