1972 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 25 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 265 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1997 Dodge Copperhead | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Copperhead |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |