1982 Audi 80 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
