1999 Audi A4 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
