1971 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 225 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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | Touring | Coupe |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |