1988 Audi 200 vs. 1979 BMW 633
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 BMW 633.
Because 1979 BMW 633 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 BMW 633. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1979 BMW 633 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 200 | 633 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
