1971 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru R-2 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 58 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | R-2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1930 mm |