1967 Audi Variant vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 400 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 2004 BMW 318 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 2004 BMW 318. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (355 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 318 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
