1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 41 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), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | 525 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |