1972 BMW Touring vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Montana is newer by 27 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 690 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, 1999 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Touring | Montana |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |