1984 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 628 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
