1973 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 30 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (73 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Ka |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |