1972 Audi Variant vs. 1978 BMW 520
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW 520 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 1978 BMW 520. 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1978 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | 520 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
