1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1165 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 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 750 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | 750 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3211 mm |