1973 BMW Touring vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 19 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 135 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Tempo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |