1981 Audi UR vs. 1987 BMW 318
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 284 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1987 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | UR | 318 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
