2002 Audi R8 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 1028 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
