1983 Audi 80 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 25 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 670 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 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 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 | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
