1971 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1278 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 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Ram |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3569 mm |