1971 BMW Touring vs. 2000 BMW 328
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 29 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 440 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, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2000 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Touring | 328 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
