1989 Audi 100 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
