1983 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 316 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2992 mm |
