1992 Audi 100 vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, both 1992 Audi 100 and 1992 BMW M3 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Audi 100. (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi 100.
Because 1992 BMW M3 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 1992 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100, 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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Audi 100 | 1992 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | M3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |