1972 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 470 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Touring | CR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |