1971 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 955 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | F-450 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4379 mm |