1966 Audi Variant vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 905 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.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 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 730 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 730 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
