1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2.
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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS2 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
