2008 Audi A3 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW Dinan 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 1995 BMW Dinan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | Dinan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
