1981 Audi 80 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 725 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 2005 BMW 530 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 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
