1971 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (137 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 432 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 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Touring | Carens |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |