1971 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 305 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 Renault Laguna (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Touring | Laguna |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |