1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 377 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 Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Cruze | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Cruze |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |