1973 BMW Touring vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 100 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, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | Quantum |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |