1972 BMW Touring vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 475 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 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Eos |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |