1972 BMW Touring vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel GT (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Opel GT (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1971 Opel GT | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | GT |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |