1972 BMW Touring vs. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 385 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Lumina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |