1971 BMW Touring vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1969 Renault 12 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Touring | 12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |