1971 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 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 1,989 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TS-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TS-50 weights approximately 178 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 Ford TS-50 (175 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TS-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | TS-50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1989 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 | 175 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
