1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 28 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Quattro | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Quattro | X1 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |