1972 BMW Touring vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 760 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Touring | 640 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2855 mm |