1972 Audi Variant vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 130 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 1990 BMW M3 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 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1990 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Variant | M3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
