1986 Audi 100 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
