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Audi 80 vs BMW 3-Series: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Audi 80

Audi · 1991–1995

80 B4

B PI 513

Power
103 kW140 PS
0–100 km/h
9.6 s
Top speed
201 km/h
Kerb mass
-

BMW 3-Series

BMW · 2018–present

3 Series G20

B PI 513

Power
115 kW156 PS
0–100 km/h
8.4 s
Top speed
223 km/h
Kerb mass
1,565 kg

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

  • Performance 3 Series G20 0–100 km/h: 8.4 s vs 9.6 s

In plain words

BMW 3-Series is quicker: 0–100 km/h in 8.4 s against 9.6 s for Audi 80. Audi 80 is the older design (from 1966); BMW 3-Series arrived in 1975. BMW 3-Series is still in production; Audi 80 is not. On the catalog figures, the BMW 3-Series is the pick for performance. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Audi 80 yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Race Stats side by side

Each figure is a 0–100 score from the catalog numbers, the same as on the 1CARS Race cards. PI is the overall performance index (100–999) and its class D–S.

Race Stats side by side
Stat80 B43 Series G20
PIB · 513B · 513
Power 33 40
Grip 57 40
Handling 75 67
Top speed 39 47
Launch 34 40
Reliability 81 -

Grip and handling are estimates from drive type, weight, height and body (hover a figure to see where it comes from). 1CARS Race

Who wins a race?

Quarter-mile (402 m) drag from a standing start, dry road, no reaction time - the 1CARS Race physics on the catalog figures of these versions.

  1. 1 3 Series G203 Series G20 · 318i · petrol · 115 kW (156 PS) 16.03 sat 137 km/h
  2. 2 80 B480 B4 · 2.0 ACE · petrol · 103 kW (140 PS) 16.69 sat 128 km/h · +0.66 s

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Full specifications

Audi 80BMW 3-Series
General
Version 80 B4 · 2.0 ACE · petrol · 103 kW (140 PS) 3 Series G20 · 318i · petrol · 115 kW (156 PS)
Production years 1991–1995 2018–present
Body Sedan, Station wagon Sedan
Country Germany Germany
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 103 kW (140 PS) 138 hp 115 kW (156 PS) 154 hp Better
Power, all versions 40–128 kW (54–174 PS) 54–172 hp 85–317 kW (116–431 PS) 114–425 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. 181 Nm 133 lb-ft No data
0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. 9.6 s 8.4 s Better
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. 201 km/h 125 mph 223 km/h 139 mph Better
Power per tonne No data 74 kW/t 89 hp/ton calculated
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 2,000 cc · 4 cyl 2.0 l 1,998 cc · 4 cyl 2.0 l
Engine code ACE No data
Drive All-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length No data 4,709 mm 185.4 in
Width No data 1,827 mm 71.9 in
Height No data 1,442 mm 56.8 in
Wheelbase No data 2,851 mm 112.2 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. No data 1,565 kg 3,450 lb
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. No data 480 l 17.0 cu ft
Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. No data 59 l 15.6 gal US
Economy and running costs
Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. No data 6.3 l/100 km 37.3 mpg US
CO₂ No data 142 g/km
Fuel cost per year No data €1,650/year estimated
Range on a full tank No data 937 km 582 mi estimated
Safety
Euro NCAP No data ★★★★★ (2019)

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).

Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.