1973 Audi Asso vs. 1974 BMW 3
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 1974 BMW 3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Asso | 3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |