1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 35 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), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 788 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | Turbo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
