1972 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Polo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |