1973 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2003 Ford Lynx 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Lynx weights approximately 80 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, 2003 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2003 Ford Lynx | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Lynx |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |