1971 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | Touring | A6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |