1971 BMW Touring vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 36 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Touring | 335 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
