2009 Audi A3 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 38 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 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 | 895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
