1985 Audi 100 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 420 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
