1972 BMW Touring vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 34 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1132 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1972 BMW Touring 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make BMW Hyundai
Model Touring Terracan
Year Released 1972 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1574 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2760 mm


 

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