1996 Audi A6 vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
