1971 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 220 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | Touring | ION |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |