1973 BMW Touring vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Subaru XT is newer by 17 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru XT weights approximately 130 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, 1990 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1990 Subaru XT | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | XT |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |