1971 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | MR-S |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |