1971 Audi 100 vs. 1988 BMW 730
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 730 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 1988 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1988 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
