1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 895 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | X3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
