1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 848 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 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2707 mm |
