1973 Audi Asso vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 26 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Asso | 740 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2940 mm |
