1991 Audi 100 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 20 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
