1973 Audi Asso vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 32 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Asso | 530 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |