They're surprisingly close.
Audi S3 vs BMW 325ti Compact
| Category | BMW 325ti Compact | Audi S3 (8L) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.5 l R6 | 1.8 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 192 / 189 | 210 / 207 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 245 / 181 | 270 / 199 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1380 / 3042 | 1407 / 3102 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 139 / 137 | 149 / 147 |
Lap Times
| Track | BMW 325ti Compact | Audi S3 (8L) |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:21.90 | 1:20.90 |
Performance
| Category | BMW 325ti Compact | Audi S3 (8L) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 7.1 s | 6.7 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 31.5 s | 32.8 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 24.4 s | 26.4 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 6.6 s | 6.3 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 16.4 s | 17.4 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.7 s @ 80.2 mph | 10.5 s @ 80.8 mph |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 25.7 s @ 116.8 mph | 25.9 s @ 116.2 mph |
| Top speed | 235 kph (146 mph) | 238 kph (148 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.45 g (4 m/s²) | 0.46 g (4 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | BMW 325ti Compact | Audi S3 (8L) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 96 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 100 | 99 |
| Overall | 98 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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