1972 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1170 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Touring | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |