1981 Audi UR vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 15 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. 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 1996 BMW M3. 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1996 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | UR | M3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
