1972 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 584 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 Subaru Outback (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | Outback |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |