1975 Audi 80 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 80 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
