1970 Audi 100 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 253 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
