1971 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Corsa |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |