1971 BMW Touring vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Touring | 545 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
