1998 Audi A6 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
