1975 Audi 50 vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1976 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 50 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
