1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Quattro | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Quattro | 530 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |