1975 Audi Fox vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1975 Audi Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi Fox | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Fox | 320 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
