1970 Audi Variant vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 43 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), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| 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 | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
