1972 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 121 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 Ford Fusion (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
