1968 Audi 100 vs. 1986 BMW 730
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1986 BMW 730 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 730 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |