1970 Audi 100 vs. 1996 BMW 540
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 26 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 733 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1996 BMW 540 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 540 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |