1971 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 25 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 475 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Intrepid |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |