1973 Audi Asso vs. 1972 BMW 520
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 1972 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Asso | 520 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |