1971 BMW Touring vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 40 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Touring | 325 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
