1972 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1277 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 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Routan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |