1972 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 31 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 196 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Touring | R2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
