1967 Audi Variant vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 23 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 10 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 1990 BMW 316 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 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 316 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
