1970 Audi Variant vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 555 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 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 328 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2761 mm |
