1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 885 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 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | Touring | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |