1971 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1469 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | F-150 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 496 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3370 mm |