1974 BMW Touring vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 1977 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 118 kg more than 1977 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1977 Audi 80 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | Touring | 80 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |