1973 BMW Touring vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 421 kg more than 1973 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |