1972 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1298 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | Touring | Durango |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3043 mm |