1971 BMW Touring vs. 1973 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 685 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1973 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Impala |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |