1980 Audi 80 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 6 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 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 80 | Touring |
Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 71 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |