1971 BMW Touring vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1190 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | X6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2934 mm |