1967 Audi Variant vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 520 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 2005 BMW 530 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 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Variant | 530 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |