1980 Audi UR vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1996 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | UR | M3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
