1986 Audi 80 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
