1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 810 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | EDGE |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3500 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2824 mm |