1971 BMW Touring vs. 1984 BMW 316
To start off, 1984 BMW 316 is newer by 13 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 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1984 BMW 316 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | 316 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |