1973 Audi Asso vs. 1989 BMW Z1
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 16 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1989 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Asso | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
