1971 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 279 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 Volkswagen Passat (278 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Passat |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |