1970 Audi 100 vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 BMW 501. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 BMW 501 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1952 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
