1986 Audi 200 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
