1973 BMW Touring vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 243 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | Touring | Vixen |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |