1971 BMW Touring vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 1975 Toyota Century 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Century weights approximately 735 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, 1975 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1975 Toyota Century | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | Century |
Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |