1973 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 360 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, 2002 Vauxhall Zafira (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2002 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | Touring | Zafira |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |