1967 Audi Variant vs. 1985 BMW M6
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 18 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 435 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 1985 BMW M6 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 1985 BMW M6. 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, 1985 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1985 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | M6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
