1972 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Buick Cielo
To start off, 2002 Buick Cielo is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Cielo (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Cielo weights approximately 490 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, 2002 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2002 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | Touring | Cielo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
