2007 BMW X3 vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X3 | V8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
