1967 Audi Variant vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 32 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 965 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 1999 BMW 740 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 1999 BMW 740. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 740 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
