1999 Audi A4 vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1976 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
