1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (136 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 8 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi Coupe (176 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | Touring |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
