1971 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 825 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1971 BMW Touring 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make BMW Toyota
Model Touring 4Runner
Year Released 1971 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1573 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2660 mm