1972 BMW Touring vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1970 Ford 17 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | 17 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |