1971 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Lexus GS 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 630 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 Lexus GS (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Touring | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
