1981 Audi UR vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 24 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 194 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | UR | 325 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
