1972 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 36 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 828 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2008 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | Touring | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |