1966 Audi Variant vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 325 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
