1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 330 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |