1989 Audi 100 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
