1973 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Outback weights approximately 460 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, 2001 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Touring | Outback |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |