1967 Audi Variant vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 614 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet DeVille 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 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Variant | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
