1985 Audi 200 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 895 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.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
