1970 Audi 100 vs. 1994 BMW 750
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 750 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 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1994 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |
