1971 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Ford Triton
To start off, 1998 Ford Triton is newer by 27 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 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Triton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Triton weights approximately 202 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, 1998 Ford Triton (174 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Triton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1998 Ford Triton | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Triton |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 174 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3520 mm |