1969 Audi Variant vs. 1999 BMW 845
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 845 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 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1999 BMW 845 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 845 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
