1971 BMW Touring vs. 1972 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 1 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 490 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1972 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2930 mm |
