1984 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 1992 Audi V8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 316 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
