1970 Audi Variant vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW Dinan 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 1995 BMW Dinan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | Dinan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
