1981 Audi 80 vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1976 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
