1971 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Wind is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Wind (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2004 Renault Wind | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | Touring | Wind |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |