1971 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1105 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | F-150 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |