1970 Audi Variant vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | X5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
