1985 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 330 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
