1969 Audi Variant vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 660 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
