1975 BMW 316 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, both 1975 BMW 316 and 1975 Audi Fox were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 158 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.
Because 1975 BMW 316 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 1975 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox, 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, 1975 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 316 | Fox |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |