1972 Audi Variant vs. 1969 BMW 1600
To start off, 1972 Audi Variant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 74 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600.
Because 1969 BMW 1600 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 1969 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant, 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1969 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
