1971 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 284 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 RAV4 (224 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |