1973 BMW Touring vs. 2004 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I35 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 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I35 (255 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 470 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 Infiniti I35 (334 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2004 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | Touring | I35 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
