1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 24 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Quattro | 328 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
