1971 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Touring | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2995 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 |
Torque | 130 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |