1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1095 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 F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | F-150 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |