1971 BMW Touring vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 5 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 85 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | Touring | Centura |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |