1972 BMW Touring vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 326 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Meriva |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |