1971 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Caravan |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |