1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1964 BMW 700
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 630 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1964 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Quattro | 700 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
