2005 Audi A3 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 34 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 355 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | Touring |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |