2008 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 320 | Fox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
