1987 Audi 200 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 690 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
