1971 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 30 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 650 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
