1971 BMW Touring vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 455 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M 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 M | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | M |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |