1971 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 44 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Touring | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |