1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 42 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 329 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 915 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Touring | A7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2914 mm |
