1972 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 620 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 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |