1972 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 862 kg more than 1972 BMW 520.
Because 1972 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 520 | Touran |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |