1985 Audi 200 vs. 1994 BMW 735
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1994 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |
