1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1083 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 Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3020 mm |
