1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 618 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Turbo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
