1982 Audi 80 vs. 1968 BMW 2000
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2000 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 1968 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1968 BMW 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
