1972 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1480 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | BMW | Mahindra |
Model | Touring | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |