1971 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 431 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | Forester |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |