1972 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 29 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), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 165 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Bora |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |