1981 Audi 80 vs. 1979 BMW 628
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
