2008 BMW 730 vs. 1975 Audi Fox

To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (163 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox. 2008 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi Fox has manual transmission. 1975 Audi Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 BMW 730 1975 Audi Fox
Make BMW Audi
Model 730 Fox
Year Released 2008 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 163 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 238 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2550 mm