1971 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2231 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 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Excursion |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |