1972 BMW Touring vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 21 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 75 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | BMW | Proton |
Model | Touring | Persona |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |