1997 Audi A4 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | Touring |
Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |