1971 BMW Touring vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Tempo |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |