1972 BMW Touring vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 225 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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1992 Rover 620i | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | Touring | 620i |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |