1971 BMW Touring vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 355 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | 320 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |