1969 Audi Variant vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 36 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 490 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 2005 BMW 520 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 520. 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, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 520 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
