1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 BMW 2800
To start off, 1994 Audi Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 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 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1968 BMW 2800 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | 2800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
