1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 BMW 324
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 BMW 324 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 1985 BMW 324 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1985 BMW 324 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 324 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |