1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 BMW 316
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 BMW 316 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 BMW 316.
Because 1986 BMW 316 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 1986 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
