1971 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 590 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 Chrysler Pacifica (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
