1991 Audi 100 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
