1967 Audi Variant vs. 2012 BMW 528

To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 745 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 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Audi Variant 2012 BMW 528
Make Audi BMW
Model Variant 528
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1696 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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