2000 Audi A6 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | Touring |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |