1970 Audi 100 vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 39 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 868 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
