2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | LeMans | Touring |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
