1972 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1436 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Touring | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4080 mm |
