1971 BMW Touring vs. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 4 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1975 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | BMW | Sunbeam |
Model | Touring | Rapier |
Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |