1971 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 686 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | F-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |