1972 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Neon 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Neon (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 295 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 Chrysler Neon (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 2008 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | Neon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
