1972 BMW Touring vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 427 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |