1972 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 35 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Touring | DTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
