2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 36 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Q5 | Touring |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
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 | 169 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |