1971 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 32 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 60 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Prizm |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |