2009 Audi A8 vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
