1971 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Parati |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |