1998 Audi AL2 vs. 1972 BMW Touring
To start off, 1998 Audi AL2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 214 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi AL2 | 1972 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | AL2 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
