1983 Audi 80 vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2005 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
