1971 BMW Touring vs. 1986 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1986 Caterham 1700 is newer by 15 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 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Caterham 1700 (168 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1986 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | BMW | Caterham |
| Model | Touring | 1700 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
