1986 Audi 80 vs. 1986 BMW 730
To start off, both 1986 Audi 80 and 1986 BMW 730 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 1986 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 1986 BMW 730 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 80 | 730 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |