1989 Audi 80 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
