1966 Audi Variant vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 45 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), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 775 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 2011 BMW 535 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 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 535 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2968 mm |
