1972 BMW Touring vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 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), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 460 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | Z4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2497 mm |