1967 Audi Variant vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 29 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 676 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 1996 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 1996 BMW 730. 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1996 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 730 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
