1973 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 31 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 608 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touring | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
