1971 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 640 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3060 mm |
